The Smile And Tears Of Nabi ﷺ Part 4

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The importance of generosity, spending from surplus wealth, and placing complete trust (Tawakkul) in Allah's provision without fear of poverty.

The Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam exhibited the highest level of Tawakkul, frequently spending whatever came to him on the same day without storing provision for tomorrow.
While saving wealth for genuine necessities is permissible, believers should refrain from hoarding extra wealth out of fear of future uncertainty.
When Allah bestows increased income or surplus gifts, Muslims should share it with others rather than continually inflating their material standard of living.
Spending for the sake of Allah brings His pleasure and barakah, as Allah's treasures are infinite and He provides for those who rely on Him.

Hadith related by Sayyiduna Umar Radiyallahu anhu: A person sought financial help from the Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam, who instructed him to buy on his account despite having nothing on hand.
Statement to Sayyiduna Bilal Radiyallahu anhu: The Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam encouraged him to spend freely without fearing shortage from the Lord of the Throne.
Incident of cooked birds: The Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam gently reprimanded a household worker for storing a cooked bird for the next day, demonstrating his standard of trust in Allah.

Use surplus gifts or income (such as Eidi or bonuses) to give gifts to parents, younger siblings, domestic workers, or local masajid.
Resist the urge to automatically upgrade personal luxuries whenever income increases; instead, allocate a portion of extra earnings for charitable causes.
Trust in Allah's current and future provision rather than allowing anxiety over possible hardships to prevent giving in charity.